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September 20, 2025International Journal of Scientific Research and Management (IJSRM)Open Access

The Role of Financial Institutions in SME Financing: Case Studies from Major African Countries

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JKJules Kounouwewa

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Case studies reveal how financial institutions influence SME financing in Africa, indicating potential for fintech to enhance access.

Key Points

  • Access to finance remains a central barrier to SME growth in Africa, especially for informal and women-owned businesses.
  • Survey data and econometric models show that traditional banks dominate SME credit, but high collateral demands limit access.
  • Development finance institutions enhance lending volumes through credit guarantees, though benefits differ across sectors.
  • Fintech platforms are crucial for expanding financing options, despite facing challenges of scale and regulatory clarity.

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Jules Kounouwewa (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d439fa713b0b5dfea79bfdhttps://doi.org/10.18535/ijsrm/v13i09.em08
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